Numbers 12:6 is studied here as a Biblical passage first: in its immediate King James context, through its recurring metaphysical themes, and through source-grounded readings preserved in Neville Goddard's lectures and books.
And he said, Hear now my words: If there be a prophet among you, I the LORD will make myself known unto him in a vision, and will speak unto him in a dream.
Read the Passage in Context
- Numbers 12:5 And the LORD came down in the pillar of the cloud, and stood in the door of the tabernacle, and called Aaron and Miriam: and they both came forth.
- Numbers 12:6 And he said, Hear now my words: If there be a prophet among you, I the LORD will make myself known unto him in a vision, and will speak unto him in a dream.
- Numbers 12:7 My servant Moses is not so, who is faithful in all mine house.
Open Numbers 12:6 in the YHWSA Bible workspace for the complete chapter, word tools, notes, and comparisons.
Key Metaphysical Themes
- Dreams
- Visions
- Divine Communication
- Inner Guidance
- Prophet
- Vision
- Dream
- Fulfillment Of Scripture
- Word Of God
- Symbolism
- Deity
- Revelation
Neville’s Reading in Believe It In
God communicates with humanity through inner experiences such as dreams (when not fully awake) and visions (waking dreams), revealing spiritual truths.
We are told that God speaks to man in a dream and unveils himself in a vision. Now, vision is a waking dream like this room, while a dream occurs when you are not fully awake.
Source: Believe It In
Neville’s Reading in Believe It In
God communicates directly with individuals through dreams and visions, which are profound instructions from one's deepest self, more significant than external information.
In the 12th chapter of the Book of Numbers it is said that God speaks to man through the medium of dreams and makes himself known through vision. If God makes himself known to you through vision, and speaks to you in dream, what is more important than to remember your dreams and visions?
Source: Believe It In
Neville’s Reading in I Remember When
Neville interprets a prophet not as a fortune-teller, but as someone who hears and fulfills the Word of God, meaning they experience and embody the truths of scripture. He claims to be such a prophet because he has fulfilled scripture through his own mystical experiences.
In the 12th chapter of the Book of Numbers, we are told: “If there is a prophet among you, I the Lord will make myself known unto him in a vision and I will speak with him in a dream.” A scriptural prophet is not one who tells your fortune, but one who hears the Word of God and fulfills it. If you asked me if I were a prophet I would answer in the affirmative. I am not one who prophesies by looking into a crystal ball, teacup leaves, cards, or astrology, but one who has fulfilled scripture.
Source: I Remember When
Neville’s Reading in Imagination
This verse teaches that God communicates with man through visions and dreams. Neville explains that since God is Imagination, all dreams and visions originate from one's own Imagination, serving as a universal language of symbolism to convey messages to the conscious mind.
As we are told in the 12th chapter of the book of Numbers: “God makes himself known unto man in a vision and speaks to him in a dream.”
Source: Imagination
Neville’s Reading in The Artist Is God
Neville uses this verse to confirm that dreams and visions are primary channels through which God communicates with individuals, and that the articulation of these visions confirms divine presence.
Well, it is in the 12th chapter of Numbers that we are told that God speaks to you in dreams and makes himself known in vision. When vision breaks out into speech, the presence of deity is affirmed.
Source: The Artist Is God
Neville’s Reading in The Father
Dreams and visions are direct and primary means through which God communicates with and reveals Himself to humanity.
Scripture tells us that God speaks to man through the language of dream and makes himself known in a vision.
Source: The Father
Practical Reflection
- Understanding that God reveals himself through inner visions and dreams encourages individuals to pay attention to their imaginative experiences as divine communication and a means of fulfilling their desires.
- Pay attention to your dreams and visions, as they are direct communications from God, and their clarity can affirm divine presence.
- Cultivate an awareness and understanding of your dreams and visions, as they are direct communications from God (your deeper self) providing guidance and insights into your reality.
- Pay close attention to your dreams, interpreting them as parables from your deeper self (God) to extract the underlying truth and guidance they offer.
Authoritative Neville Sources
YHWSA provides the Biblical workspace. MyNevilleGoddard.com preserves the complete source works behind the Neville-specific readings.
- Believe It In (lecture)
- I Remember When (lecture)
- Imagination (lecture)
- The Artist Is God (lecture)
- The Father (lecture)
Questions about Numbers 12:6
What is the metaphysical meaning of Numbers 12:6?
YHWSA reads Numbers 12:6 in its Biblical context while examining the states of consciousness and spiritual themes expressed by the passage.
Where can I read Numbers 12:6 in context?
Open the linked YHWSA Bible workspace to read the complete chapter and use its language, note, and comparison tools.
Where did Neville Goddard discuss Numbers 12:6?
The source list links to the complete lectures and books on MyNevilleGoddard.com rather than reproducing those works as a competing article.